Sacred Concert Band Music

Ave Maria has been set to music numerous times, the most famous and often played are written by Franz Biebl and Franz Shubert. Both of these versions feature singing of the prayer’s text in

The beauty and austerity of this sacred choral work is captured beautifully for band by the arranger. Given the tone colors available in the modern wind ensemble, Bruckner's brilliant blend of

This moving piece embodies all of the simplicity of Russian Orthodox music and displays the sweeping beauty of Rachmaninov's lyricism. The moving music provides the opportunity to teach extended

This beautiful hymn setting is dramatic, reflective and musically very powerful. While the band parts certainly stand on their own, optional use of antiphonal trumpets, organ, and choir are included should

The natural beauty of this traditional American melody is captured in this lovely arrangement that gives a real sense of the expansiveness of the American outdoors. The many teaching moments provided by the

A beautiful setting of the gospel hymn, Shall We Gather at the River, this lush arrangement opens with an oboe solo (cued in flute and alto sax) with woodwind choir. The varied textures create

The American folk tune Nettleton is the basis for this moving and musical setting. The beautiful melody is also associated with the hymn Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing and is given a

Based on the hymn The Doxology written in 1674, this lyrical and sensitive arrangement for beginning band provides multiple teaching opportunities in a rich musical setting. The first melodic

This beautiful chorale setting of Jesus Loves Me has become a young band classic and is a favorite for concert band programming. The soothing harmonies provided by this master band composer enhance